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Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Settlement Amounts [2023 Guide]
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Last Updated: November 17th, 2023
What To Know Regarding Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Settlement Amounts
As the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit is in its early stages, it is difficult to know what the average settlement amount will be.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act has passed both chambers of the House and was signed into law by President Biden in August 2022.
Soon after the PACT Act and the Camp Lejeune Justice Act were signed into law, an administrative claims process was set up and claimants using legal representatives began to file their claims with the Navy JAG.
Since then, lawsuits have been filed in the US District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina on behalf of claimants whose claims were not adjudicated within the initial six-month window.
If you or a loved one lived or worked at Camp Lejeune for 30 days or more between 1953 and 1987, you may be eligible to file a Camp Lejeune claim.
Contact TorHoerman Law for a free consultation. You can also use the chatbot on this page to find out if you qualify for the Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit instantly.
In this blog, we will go over potential Camp Lejeune Water Contamination settlement amounts, how settlement compensation payout amounts could be determined, and how to find a law firm to represent you.
The CBO estimated that Camp Lejeune’s settlement payouts and legal expenses will account for $6.7 billion of that figure.
This is in NO WAY a guarantee that the settlement amount will be that figure, higher than that figure, or lower than that figure. This is strictly the information we have at this moment as the Camp Lejeune Justice Act has been enacted.
Scroll to the bottom of this page for a full comprehensive breakdown of the budget allocated in the Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022.
Water Contamination Settlements (Non-Camp Lejeune)
Water contamination is a huge issue in the United States, and when possible, lawyers have fought to hold those responsible for endangering the public accountable for their actions.
Although legal action against governmental agencies for water contamination has not been undertaken before, there have been numerous significant settlements reached with companies that have contaminated water sources:
While it has been difficult to hold the Federal Government or Military agencies, such as the Marine Corps in the case of Camp Lejeune, accountable for their actions, private contractors have faced legal action for exposing veterans and their family members to toxic substances.
A few examples of private contractors being held accountable for damages caused to military veterans include:
Water Contamination at U.S. Military Bases: A Tragic Yet Common Phenomenon
The Federal Government assembled a task force to study and identify military bases across the country where water contamination has been found.
This list of bases where per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been found in groundwater may just be the tip of the iceberg in terms of toxic substances leaking into drinking water supplies.
At Fort Ord in California, military exercises and a lackadaisical approach to disposing of dangerous chemicals resulted in rampant water contamination.
Veterans exposed to the toxic water at Fort Ord were diagnosed with cancer and other life-altering and deadly health conditions.
Veterans Denied Claims and VA Benefits for Toxic Exposure at Camp Lejeune
Veterans and family members stationed at Camp Lejeune have been routinely denied health care benefits and disability benefits for exposure to contaminated drinking water.
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination | Toxic Substances Leaked into Camp Lejeune Water Supply for Decades
For decades, several deadly toxic substances and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) contaminated drinking water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and the nearby Marine Corps Air Station New River.
Toxic chemicals, such as Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Trichloroethylene (TCE), Vinyl Chloride, Benzene, and up to 70 other contaminants leaked into the Camp Lejeune water supply at unregulated levels.
The main sources of the water contamination at Camp Lejeune include the following water treatment plants:
Hadnot Point Treatment Plant
Tarrawa Terrace Treatment Plant
An off base dry cleaner near Tarrawa Terrace Treatment Plant was the main source of PCE and TCE contamination.
Health Problems Related to Camp Lejeune Toxic Water
Scientific and medical evidence from organizations such as the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) have identified the risks involved with Camp Lejeune water contamination.
Veterans, family members, civilian workers, and others exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune have developed cancer and life-altering health conditions including:
Prostate Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Breast Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Liver Cancer
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Leukemia
Aplastic Anemia and other myelodysplastic syndromes
With President Biden’s pending signature, the PACT Act will become federal law.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act allows those exposed to toxic substances in the water at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 the ability to sue and recover damages.
Countless Camp Lejeune victims lost their lives, and legal recourse has been difficult due to a North Carolina statute that barred legal action against governmental agencies.
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act overrides those restrictions and will allow victims to pursue compensation and new health benefits for toxic exposure.
Honoring Our PACT Act
The Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act affords new health care benefits to veterans exposed to toxic substances during their military service.
The PACT Act is estimated to help up to 3.5 million veterans, including those exposed at Camp Lejeune, in military burn pits, and in countless other situations where veterans were exposed to toxic chemicals.
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination settlement amounts will depend on multiple factors as mentioned previously.
In order to give yourself the best chance at an adequate settlement relative to your injuries and exposure, it’s important that you collect all evidence relevant to your case, and have an attorney help you determine the damages incurred.
Gathering Evidence for a Camp Lejeune Lawsuit
Evidence is the crucial basis for all lawsuits, but it is especially important for former Camp Lejeune residents seeking compensation.
Evidence for a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit may include:
Medical Records and diagnoses
Medical Expenses
Military service records
Proof that you resided at Camp Lejeune
Travel records
VA Benefits
Assessing Damages for a Camp Lejeune Lawsuit
When you have gathered pieces of key evidence, our Camp Lejeune Lawyers will help you to refine your case and assess damages.
Damages are the total amount the defendant is liable to pay to the plaintiff to compensate for the damage that they have caused.
Damages in a Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit may include:
Medical bills and cost of medical treatment
Pain and suffering
Lost wages
Disability benefits
Loss of companionship, consortium, enjoyment of life, and earning capacity
TorHoerman Personal Injury Lawyers are dedicated to achieving justice and rightfully deserved compensation for those exposed to toxic water at Camp Lejeune.
Contact us for a free legal consultation or use the chatbot on this page for a free case evaluation to see if you qualify for a lawsuit instantly.
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We value the attorney client relationship and will ensure that your information and claims are kept safe and secure.
What are the Average Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Settlement Amounts?
The settlement amount for each individual case will differ based upon the injuries suffered, conditions diagnosed, time spent at the base, and more.
Lawsuit settlements would also contain damages incurred, which can include medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, emotional damages, and more. Depending on injuries suffered, conditions diagnosed, and evidence available, individual settlement amounts for exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune could be significant.
Camp Lejeune water contamination settlement amounts could be between $10,000 and over $1,000,000 depending on the strength of your case.
These estimates for Camp Lejeune settlement amounts are only estimations based on the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) budget for Camp Lejeune claims. These estimates are not a guarantee by any means of certain compensation for Camp Lejeune settlements.
Visit this page for more updates on settlement amounts for Camp Lejeune lawsuits as the information becomes more widely available.
How Do I File A Claim For The Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit?
The Camp Lejeune Justice Act, which has been signed into law by President Biden as part of the PACT Act, will allow victims who meet the qualifying criteria to pursue a claim and/or legal action.
The Camp Lejeuene Justice Act allows victims to file an administrative claim with the Navy JAG/Tort Claims Unit. If not adjudicated and settled within six (6) months, claimants are able to file a lawsuit in the US District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina.
You can see if you qualify for the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit in 1 minute by using our chat bot below!
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